Have you ever felt uncomfortable during a session and had difficulty regulating your emotions?
Have you ever become reactive in a session and then later wished that you managed it better?
The MCW Model was designed to help therapists be responsive rather than reactive during challenging sessions. This website will explain what the model is, why it is important, and how to use it. The model is arranged to use in steps, and the website is designed to be viewed in order. Please use the link at the bottom of each page to direct you to the next step.
Watch this brief video to learn more about this evidence-supported and practice-based model and how it may help you to manage discomfort during a difficult therapy session.
Watch the videos below to gain insight into how it feels for clients when their therapist has trouble managing their emotions during a difficult therapy moment.
"It wasn't coming from a place of bigotry or maliciousness. It was just coming from an ignorant place. But it had the same effect ... of erasing me."
"I was desperate at that point in my life ... and I bottled it up more."
Watch the videos below to gain insight into how it feels for therapists when they have trouble managing their emotions during a difficult therapy moment.
"I said, 'I understand,' and that was the trigger."
"I wish I would have acknowledged her anger."
Hover over the three boxes below to find definitions of mindfulness,, compassion, and wisdom.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness is experiencing moment to moment awareness; being present to what is happening without judgment.
Compassion
Compassion is noticing a person's distress and having a sincere desire to help them alleviate their distress.
Wisdom
Wisdom is the ability to use one's skills and insight to respond to a situation effectively and without harm.